Johnson, George W., Park Carousel - Endicott, NY
Posted by: ripraff
N 42° 06.676 W 076° 03.032
18T E 413148 N 4662664
George W. Johnson Park's carousel was installed in 1934. All of the area's 6 carousels are free.
Waymark Code: WMP0PW
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 06/05/2015
Views: 2
"Installed in 1934 and historically restored in 1994, this carousel has 36 horses, 3-abreast and 2 chariots in its original carousel pavilion. A glass enclosure was added in 1999. Situated in the heart of Endicott’s “Northside” and “Little Italy” neighborhoods, the George W. Johnson Park features swimming pools, bathhouse, picnic shelter, the “Stage at Little Italy,” ball fields and playground.
Park is open7:00am–8:30pm. Carousel is open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day. "
Street address: George W. Johnson Park 201 Oak Hill Avenue Endicott, NY USA 13760
County / Borough / Parish: Broome
Year listed: 1992
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Art, Entertainment/Recreation, Social History
Periods of significance: 1925-1949
Historic function: Recreation And Culture Outdoor Recreation
Current function: Recreation And Culture Outdoor Recreation
Privately owned?: no
Season start / Season finish: From: 05/23/2015 To: 09/01/2015
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 2: [Web Link]
Hours of operation: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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